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Visa 

Two types of Visa are EVT - FIT and EVT (Tour Package). 
E.V.T (Free Individual Tourists) visa can be applied at overseas Myanmar Embassies. Visa fee is USD20.
EVT (Tour Package) is for those which need to be applied visa at Myanmar Embassy or consulate with prior arrangements and confirmation from Travel Agencies in Myanmar. MVTT will be providing a confirmation letter to the Embassy for those clients who bought a tour from us or hotel accomodation, transfers and one optional tour or flight tickets together.
Visa on Arrival - For the countries where there is no Myanmar Embassies or Consulate, our company will arrange visa on arrival and the following information of the clients are advised to send (email, by post) us 14 days before the arrival:
1. Full names and Passport numbers. ( Issue / Expiry dates) 
2. Father's name.
3. Date of Birth and place of birth.
4. Occupation.
5. Home address.
6. Nationality.
7. 2 recent passport-sized photographs.
8. Countries for passport valid.

Hotel Rates

There are variety of hotels - size ranging from the family run guest houses to 4-5 stars hotels.
International-class hotles are operating in capital cities -Yangon and Mandalay. Hotel reservations will be made by us upon the confirmed client's option. Or we can fix the best one which will match with your budget. Hotel rates varies from 20 USD to 250 USD per day depending on the class and facilities.

Luxury Hotels are above 500$.

Airline Infos

Client may effort his/her own ticket to Yangon and it is necessary to inform us the arrival (date, flight no. and time). We will take care of confirmation and reservation matters.

International - Silkair, Myanmar Airways International, Thai Airways...

http://www.silkair.com  

http://www.maiair.com 

http://www.thaiairways.com 

http://www.bangkokair.com 

Domestic - Three major domestic airlines within the country are Yangon Airways, Air Mandalay and Myanmar Airways. Domestic airfares are already included in package rate. 

Car and Train

Some journeys are nice to made by car both for city tours and for highways overnight trips. Air-conditioned micro-buses, coaches and private saloons can be arranged/rented at hourly or daily basis upon prior bookings.

Trains, with special sleeper beds, are used especially for overnight trip to Mandalay for those who do not bother about the travelling time and also want to enjoy the social life and surrounding scenarios along the railway.

Brief DOs and DONTS

As the majority of the people are Buddhists, it is wise to duplicate the way that local people practice. Obviously, foot-wearing is strictly prohibited in premises of all pagoda and monasteries. Too-much-exposing outfits are also not appropriate for religious tours. Monks and nuns are highly respected and don't offer to shake hands with them. Elderly people are given special cares. 

Myanmar people are apparently helpful-minded if requested politely. Tipping is not compulsory but appreciated. International-class hotels already charge 10% tax on the bill.
· Local people are commonly fond of sports, music, chatting and jokes but shy with strangers on the other hand.
· Meeting with officials should seek prior appointments. Government offices open 9:30am to 4:30pm and close on weekends.
· There are very few nightlife spots and and prostitution is considered illegal.
· Public hugs and kiss can be considered embarrassing and indecent
· Bottled water is recommended for hygienic purpose.
· English is understandable by local people in cities but not in rural areas. Please depend on a reliable and caring guide.
· Almost all the touring spots are safe and secure. But it is wise to avoid wearing valuable things on the journey. Personal medicines should be kept handy for emergencies. 
· Some places need to pay entrance fees but they are included in package prices.

Currencies

Local currency notes is called KYAT and is issued at 5, 10, 15, 20, 45, 90, 200, 500 and 1000 notes. Exchanging rates with US$ is varying. It is recommended to exchange only at authorized dealers. Except hotels, big plazas and diplomatic stores, cash payment is easier than using Credit cards or travellers' cheques.

Food

Chinese, Indian, European and typical Myanmar cuisine are widely available at large restaurants throughout the country. Some specific foodshops offer French, Thai, Japan, Italian and rare dishes. The price is reasonably cheap compared to international market price. Superior hotels offer fully stocked bars with both domestic and imported beer, wine and hard liquors. Myanmar people usually take breakfast two major meals - lunch around 11-12am and dinner at 5-6pm. Experienced local guide can lead you to the best place to eat. Typical Myanmar breakfast - Monhingar (fish soup with rice noodle) is a must to try.

Media

State-run daily newspaper, named New Light of Myanmar and other international newspapers are available at hotel newsstands. Radio and television, postal and telecommunication services are also centralised by government. Internet and email access are existing at some hotels and cyber-cafes in cities. The cinemas feature Myanmar, Indian, Chinese and western films.

Embassies

Embassies and consulates in Yangon are Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States and Vietnam. 

Holidays and Festivals

Apart from gazetted holidays - about 10 days per year, Myanmar has various festivals, which are of political, seasonal, religious and social backgrounds. Water festival in April (same as Songkran in Thailand) is the most significant one among all. Festival lovers can make specific festive tours on special occasions. 

Shopping

Tourist may confuse what to buy from Myanmar as many tempting items are seen everywhere. Most recommended items are genuine gemstones and jewelleries, lacquer wares, woodcarvings, embroideries, traditional costumes and paintings.

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